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Taking the PSAT (Preliminary SAT) is a great way to familiarize yourself with standardized testing, determine your strengths and weaknesses, and qualify for scholarships. The PSAT is also considered a predictive test in that it can inform how well you’ll perform on the SAT without any additional prep. If you just received your PSAT score, […]
Spring AP exams may feel far away, but getting ahead now will save you from a stressful crunch time later! Here’s what you can do now to prepare and stay on top of both your AP exams and regular schoolwork. ORDER EARLY, STUDY SMART 1. Order Your Exams Early Most schools set early fall deadlines […]
When selecting a high school, the curriculum’s strength is often at the top of a family’s list of priorities. Two of the most recognizable advanced curricula are Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. AP vs. IB: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW History and Current Trends Both the AP and IB […]
Johns Hopkins University will reintroduce standardized testing requirements beginning with those seeking admission for the fall 2026 semester to the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences or the Whiting School of Engineering. For rising seniors (those applying for admission in fall 2025), submitting an ACT or SAT score is encouraged, but not required. JHU, considered […]
As the school year approaches, it’s time to finalize your standardized test prep plan and mark your calendar with upcoming SAT and ACT test dates. Not sure which test is your forte? Here’s a tip: Take both SAT and ACT practice tests under simulated conditions, score them, and then use our SAT to ACT converter […]
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